Compare performance (145 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (16,400 £ vs 49,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or Mazda CX-80?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Citroen C3 Aircross is substantially cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,880 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-80 uses 4 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers substantially more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 340 km more than the Mazda CX-80.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Mazda CX-80 offers clearly more power – delivering 327 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-80 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-80 delivers significantly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 Aircross is considerably lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 2,131 kg. The difference is around 819 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers clearly more boot space – 460 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 202 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-80 carries noticeably more – 650 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.
The Citroen C3 Aircross shows a few small advantages in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Citroën C3 Aircross is a compact crossover that stands out with its quirky, friendly styling and a tall, airy cabin that prioritizes comfort. It suits buyers who value flexible interior space, good visibility and easy urban driving over sporty performance.
detailsThe Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.
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Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
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Price
49,300 - 61,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
307 - 400 km
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Electric Range
60 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 134 g/km
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co2
91 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
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Curb weight
2,131 - 2,240 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
258 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
407 - 462 kg
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Payload
649 - 650 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
101 - 145 HP
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Power HP
254 - 327 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Torque
500 - 550 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
74 - 107 kW
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Power kW
187 - 241 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mazda
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